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The guys return to the 1940s for what is considered the greatest film of all time in many circles, Citizen Kane, in anticipation for David Fincher's new film, Mank. What is the meaning of Rosebud? Does this movie live up to the hype or just feel like homework?

 

Come back on Friday for our review of Mank, based on the writing of this classic film, then come back twice a week for our Holiday Picks series! Make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @twistedmugmedia and email us your thoughts on Kane at [email protected]!

On Thursday, it was announced that all of Warner Bros.' 2021 movies will be released on HBO Max concurrently with their theatrical releases. Curious to hear what Ryan, Mat, and Logan have to say about this? Tune in for some raw reactions!

 

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The Charlie Kaufman weirdness continues with his 2004 romantic sci-fi hybrid, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. You’ve probably heard Ryan mention this film as one of his favorites, but where does it rank with the other guys? Listen and find out! And come back for the next installment in our Kaufman series; Synecdoche, New York!

 

You know the drill: find us on Instagram and Twitter @twistedmugmedia, email us at [email protected], and check out the Twisted Mug Media Network YouTube page! The Cinema Talk Podcast is on Letterboxd, and you can find our individual accounts in the bio!

It's been a while since our last episode, but we are back with our review of The Missing Pieces, the hour and a half of Fire Walk With Me deleted scenes. There's a plethora of new content and insights—along with some strange and random scenes that are probably better off not being in the movie. Give us a listen!

 

Now, what did you think about this episode? Have a recommendation for the show? As always, you can let us know on Instagram and Twitter @twistedmugmedia or email us at [email protected]!  We would love to hear from you!

Charlie Kaufman—and his non-existent brother Donald—wrote a movie about themselves... himself? This is one confusing film. Join Ryan, Mat, and Logan as they try to unlock this puzzle box of a movie and discuss its statements on the artistic process and the necessity for adaptation in life.

 

You know the drill: find us on Instagram and Twitter @twistedmugmedia, email us at [email protected], and check out the Twisted Mug Media Network YouTube page! The Cinema Talk Podcast is on Letterboxd, and you can find our individual accounts in the bio!

Mat, Logan, and Ryan reunite for Back in Style’s review of Fire Walk With Me, David Lynch’s 1993 prequel to Twin Peaks. In our first-ever movie review, we explore this controversial window into the last days of Laura Palmer's life. And come back next week when Logan and Mat go back to where it all started and revisit the Twin Peaks pilot episode!

 

Now, what did you think about this episode? Have a recommendation for the show? Let us know on Instagram and Twitter @twistedmugmedia or email us at [email protected]!  We would love to hear from you!

Jagshemash! Welcome back to Stop Wait What! Join Brendan and Ryan for a miniature SWW edition of the CTP Movie Journal based on Borat and Borat Subsequent Movie Film! Join the pair as they make some goofs!

 

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Kicking off our Charlie Kaufman series is the 1999 film Being John Malkovich, directed by Spike Jonze! Enjoy this deep dive into the off-kilter whimsy and existential vicariism of this film with your favorite podcast hosts: Malkovich, Malkovich, and Malkovich! Sorry, we mean: Ryan, Brendan, and Logan. That was odd.

 

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In preparation for Mank, the boys catch up with David Fincher's catalog thus far with his adaptation of Gillian Flynn's novel Gone Girl. Join Brendan, Ryan, and Logan in a lively discussion about the many twists and turns of this dark story and speculation about the nihilistic messaging within. Come back next week for a review of Being John Malkovich, the first installment in what's sure to be an exciting look at Charlie Kaufman's career. 

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Our David Fincher series continues with his 2011 novel-adaption, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. It's definitely one of Fincher's darkest and most disturbing films, but how does it stand up in light of last week's Oscar-winning hit, The Social Network? Check it out! 

 

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